Directors of Religious Education: George and Beverly Ketchel
303-499-8989 ext. 209
email: george@sacredheartofmary.com
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ELEMENTARY RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
SACRED HEART OF MARY CHURCH
Schedule for 2009-2010
Sacred Heart of Mary accepts our parish responsibility for providing religious education for all of our children. The Religious Education Ministry recognizes the parent as the Primary Educator of the children and seeks to assist the parents with religious education as mandated by the Church.
Religious Education experiences and instruction shall be provided to students with inclusion and communication with parents and families, while appreciating the uniqueness and individuality of the learning process. We see parental and family involvement to complement and strengthen the formal education and activities provided by the parish. |
We will be using the Faith & Life series by Ignatius Press. This series present Catholic teaching using time-tested methods of catechesis and faith formation, in a beautiful, student-friendly, comprehensive format. This exciting presentation of Catholicism is tailored for grades 1-5. Children have a 15 minute music class where they spend time singing Mass songs.
| The emphasis for Year 1 |
Introduction to the Holy Trinity through presentations on God the Father, the life of Jesus, the Holy Spirit, God’s plan of salvation and our part in that plan, especially in the Church. Acquaints children with Mary, the angels, and the saints. Children learn basic prayers. |
| The emphasis for Year 2 |
Preparation for the first reception of the Sacraments of Penance and Holy Communion, with the law of God and salvation history as background. The lessons emphasize God’s mercy and love. The curriculum covers creation, the covenant with Moses, the Ten Commandments, redemption, forgiveness of sins, and the Mass. |
| The emphasis for Year 3 |
God’s plan of salvation, from Creation to the Incarnation and Redemption, to the birth of the Church at Pentecost and our life in the Church. Special emphasis is placed on the importance of the Sacraments of Penance and the Eucharist, and the Mass. |
| The emphasis for Year 4 |
God’s plan to save his people from sin (salvation history), how we participate in that plan, and the many ways God helps us in our pilgrimage on earth to heaven through his Word, his law, and his Church. |
| The emphasis for Year 5 |
A thorough study of the articles of the Creed as the basic elements of our Catholic Faith, with a special emphasis on careful understanding of definitions through the words of the Gospel, the prophets, and the prayers of the Church. |
[Download the Elementary Religious Education Calendar]
Elementary Religious Education:
For children in grades 1 through 5.
Classes are held on Monday and Tuesday from 4:15 – 5:30 p.m.
Classes begin September 14th and 15th, and end May 3rd /4th. No classes on the following days:
November 23, 24
December 21, 22, 28, 29 |
January 4, 5, 18, 19
February 15, 16 |
March 22, 23, 29, 30
April 5, 6 |
RITE OF 1st RECONCILIATION: During class February 8th / 9th.
Eucharist Preparation for Parent and Child: Saturday, May 8, 9:30 – 10:30am (Mandatory)
FIRST EUCHARIST LITURGY: Sunday, May 9, at the 7:30a.m., 9:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. Masses.
Parent Requirements:
- Classes begin promptly at 4:15pm.
- All parents must attend the Religious Education meeting, Thursday, September 10. 7pm, St. Bernard Hall.
- Parents need to attend one class each semester as a minimum. Some classes are year long, some are one night over 8 weeks, another is a week, while others are one evening or one morning. It is difficult to pass on your faith when one’s foundation needs updating!
- One parent will assist the catechist a couple times during the year. Assignments will be made after registration is completed.
Bad Weather Policy: Each family decides if it is prudent and safe to drive. We are always open for class unless the public schools close for bad weather. Call office to confirm (303) 494-7572
In order to keep the mouse population down,
all classrooms are a no snack zone |
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We rely on the generosity of volunteer catechists to teach the classes. If you are interested in volunteering, please give Judy Wolfe a call.
Registration
Is it time to register? Click here to download the registration form. Please fill it out and drop it off at the church office before September 1, 2009 to guarantee that you'll get the day you've requested. |
